It’s Friday, so I’m linking up with Fairytales and Fitness for the Friday Five. The heat’s arriving here, so I have summer running on my mind. This year, in cities at least, we have the additional need for face coverings, so I’m changing things up. I’m not built for the heat, but I do have some products I love to get me through.
Five “Must Have” Accessories for Summer Running in 2020
Hat and MyEThree Gaiter (for Face Covering) – Due to COVID, I’m replacing my sunglasses with a hat and a MyEThree Gaiter this summer. It’s super light and easy to wear and helps me to feel that I’m doing my part to mitigate my risk (and risk to others) for getting COVID. Outside activity is deemed very safe but this way, I can run with friends and not worry about who’s passing me and how close. It’s all good and it’s easy. On hot days, I leave my gaiter in the freezer for 30 minutes before I go out so it starts off cool!
Anti-Chafe and Deodorant – I’m not going to lie, I’m a sweaty woman! I always need a good anti-chafe product and long lasting deodorant in the heat. I’ve always had great luck with Body Glide. I love this small stick for travel. I’ve been trying out this natural, aluminum free deodorant from Crystal. It’s made with essential oils and is paraben and aluminum free. It’s also hypoallergenic. It offers 24 hour protection and also contains moisturizers. It’s a winner. I especially like the Lavender & White Tea fragrance.
Hydration – Water fountains are off here this summer, so I refreshed my hydration pack for longer runs and hand held for shorter runs. Mine are from Nathan but there are a lot of great options! In the heat, I add salt with Salt Stick caps (or chews). Post run, I re-hydrate with SOS Rehydrate and am trying out new KinderLyte sticks, too.
Sun Protection – I haven’t always been the best about using sun protection. The folks from MyChelle Dermaceuticals sent me several products to try last summer. They sent a Replenishing Solar Defense Body Lotion (SPF 50), a Tinted Sun Shield Stick (SPF 50), and Sun Shield Liquid Non-Tinted (SPF 50). All of the products are bioactive, ethically sourced and formulated with high-performance ingredients for great results. The body lotion is very moisturizing but not greasy and I’m loving the tinted sun stick, too!
Blister Free Socks – I love my CEP Compression Socks for winter and cool weather running. In the summer, I like Ultralight Compression Socks or sleeves. When it’s really hot, I go with the CEP Compression “No-Show” socks. I’ve love the snug fit and (knock wood) never get blisters when I wear them!
What are your must have accessories for summer running? Are you changing anything up because of COVID-19?
Have a great weekend!
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